News Line for Auburn

Auburn residents may see higher water rates
Auburn’s 2,800 water customers could soon get higher bills.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn plans for future progress
Last week Auburn City Planner Larry Lucas gave a five year update on the city’s 20 year Comprehensive Plan
Source: Barrow County News

City moves forward with reservoir plans
Auburn could learn this fall whether it’s received a loan that would be used to build a reservoir.
Source: Barrow County News

Local water project funding requests top $37 million
Local officials in four jurisdictions in our area have requested a total of $37.8 million in state funding for water supply projects in their communities.
Source: Access North Georgia

City achieves Water First community status
The city of Auburn was honored by the state last week for being good stewards of water.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn approves housing despite complaints
Auburn city leaders approved more measures for the Autry Pines Senior Village despite protests from some citizens.
Source: Barrow County News

City of Auburn dedicates bronze statue at playground
A life-size bronze statue of a girl releasing a small bird was unveiled at a Saturday dedication ceremony at the Roy E. Parks Children’s Playground in the Barrow County town of Auburn.
Source: Athens Banner-Herald

Auburn looks to diversify housing
Recent interest from developers in Auburn is a welcome sight for a city planner who says a two decade population boom didn’t bring enough diverse housing options.
Source: Barrow County News

City looks at $300 bonus for its employees
The Auburn City Council will vote next month on whether city employees will get a $300 bonus
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn looks at conduct of police officers
A lengthy discussion was held last week between Auburn city officials over potential changes in the police department’s policies.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn talks with developer for senior housing
The developer behind a proposed senior housing complex gave more details about the project to the Auburn City Council last week.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn van rolls into new ownership
Wheels were in motion last week as the Auburn City Council approved the sale of its transit bus and an agreement over a new vehicle tax.
Source: Barrow County News

City’s Public Works employees help local family in time of need
Two Auburn Public Works employees spent part of last week providing help to a family in need.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn moves closer to burying ANT project
The bus Auburn used for its former transit system is close to being sold.
Source: Barrow County News

Mayors optimistic at annual State of the Cities forum
The Barrow County Chamber of Commerce held its annual State of the Cities luncheon Tuesday, giving local mayors a chance to share the ups and downs of their respective cities.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn working on gateway, trailhead plaza
The city of Auburn is a step closer on its gateway and trailhead plaza and selling its bus that was used for A.N.T.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn working on gateway, trailhead plaza
The city of Auburn is a step closer on its gateway and trailhead plaza and selling its bus that was used for A.N.T.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn courted by new developer
A new developer has reached out to the city of Auburn about a potential new housing development.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn sets plans for veterans memorial
A new year in Auburn saw new people sworn-in while officials also agreed on a fireworks contract, location of a veteran’s memorial and heard updates on road project financing.
Source: Barrow County News

City of Auburn nixes trolley
The city of Auburn has put the brakes on its public transit program, six months into what was to have been a year-long trial.
Source: Athens Banner-Herald

APD to evaluate K-9 program
The city of Auburn will have to decide whether to hire a new K-9 officer after a resignation earlier this month.
Source: Barrow County News

Affordable housing still an issue in Auburn
Quality rental housing remains a priority for Auburn next year after the city recently missed out on state tax credits for the proposed Auburn Hills apartment complex.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn debates potential locations for veteran park
The last workshop of the year for Auburn city officials included a nearly two hour meeting with their attorney before touching on subjects ranging from their fireworks display to trash collection to how storm water appeals would be handled.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn aims to crack down on code enforcement
Auburn residents will see changes in code enforcement as the city looks to zero in on violators.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn to stop its public transportation
Auburn city officials will stop the Auburn Neighborhood Transit system by the end of the year after finding out it would not receive tax credits for a housing development last week.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn denied tax credits for development
The city of Auburn did not receive the tax credits for a new apartment complex.
Source: Barrow County News

Auburn optimistic about receiving tax credits
Auburn city officials are optimistic they’ll land the tax credit for new apartments after receiving positive news on its ranking last week.
Source: Barrow County News